Development Of DNA Drugs Gives Hope To Lupus Patients

A generation of DNA-like compounds, class R inhibitory oligonucleotides (INH-ODNs), have been shown to effectively inhibit cells responsible for the chronic autoimmune condition lupus. Researchers writing in BioMed Central"s open access journal Arthritis Research & Therapy have demonstrated the anti-inflammatory effects of the INH-ODNs in both in vitro and mouse experiments.

Health Budget Fails Those Most In Need

The AMA says the most alarming element of last night"s budget is the total absence of health support measures for the unemployed.

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Gene Regulates Immune Cells' Ability To Harm The Body

A recently identified gene allows immune cells to start the self-destructive processes thought to underlie autoimmune diseases such as multiple sclerosis (MS) and rheumatoid arthritis, researchers at Washington University School of Medicine in St. Louis have found.

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MOM, Metal Ions And Lymphopenia

Metal-on-metal hip replacement and resurfacing have become the most commonly used type of procedure in the United Kingdom for patients who are Read the full text article. The Journal of Bone and Joint Surgery

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